Caprese Balsamic Grilled Chicken

Caprese Balsamic Grilled Chicken

Fresh and tasty balsamic marinated grilled chicken topped with melting fresh mozzarella, ripe tomato and plenty of basil!

Prep Time: 5 minutes 

Cook Time: 15 minutes 

Total Time :20 minutes

Marinate Time: 8 hours

Servings:  4

Ingredients:

4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts

1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette

8 ounce fresh mozzarella ball, sliced

1 ripe field tomato, sliced

1/4 cup basil, sliced

1/4 cup balsamic reduction

Directions:

1. Marinate the chicken in the balsamic vinaigrette overnight.

2. Grill the chicken in medium-high heat until cooked and slightly charred, about 2-4 minutes per side before topping with the mozzarella and tomato and letting it heat until it just starts to melt.

3. Serve topped with the basil and balsamic reduction.

Note: It’s best to marinate the chicken overnight but you can do it for less time or even skip it and rely on the balsamic reduction for the balsamic flavour.

Note: You can grill the chicken on a barbecue, in a grill pan or regular pan on the stove or broil in the oven.

Note: To make a balsamic reduction, simmer 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar over medium heat until it has reduced by 1/2.

Nutrition Facts: Calories 283, Fat 10g (Saturated 4.1g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 114mg, Sodium 234mg, Carbs 1.1g (Fiber 0g, Sugars 2g), Protein 51g

Recipe source: https://www.closetcooking.com/caprese-balsamic-grilled-chicken/